Ocean Ripple
Dulux
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The Analysis
Ocean Ripple acts like a mirror for natural light, significantly brightening any space due to its very high LRV of 85.49. Because it reflects so much light, it creates an expansive effect that makes small or cramped rooms feel noticeably larger and more open.
This is an excellent choice for a main wall colour, especially in areas where you want to prioritize clarity and light. It functions as a versatile backdrop that keeps a room feeling airy without drawing too much attention away from your furniture.
LRV 85History & Origin
This is a distinctly modern and fresh choice. It moves away from the heavy, saturated palettes of the past and aligns with contemporary design trends that favor light, neutral-adjacent tones.
How to Use It
It works best in bathrooms, kitchens, or laundry rooms where you want a hygienic, bright atmosphere. Pair it with light oak wood tones or brushed nickel hardware to emphasize its cool, clean characteristics.
The Mood
Living with this colour feels clean, orderly, and calm. It provides a crisp, refreshing environment that avoids the stark, clinical feel of a pure white by introducing just enough blue-green pigment to feel grounded.
Colour harmonies
Complementary
Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.
Analogous
Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.
Split complementary
Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.
Triadic
Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.
Tetradic (square)
Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.
Monochromatic
Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.
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Brand Matches
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Lighting
See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.
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